Happy Friday! 

We had a great Honor Roll Breakfast today on PHS, celebrating the 2nd quarter!  90% of the PHS students were on the honor roll, with half on the all-A and the other half on the A/B. The entire school participates in the celebration. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and donated to make this event a success!

 

Road to Associates:  For information on how students earn the AA, AS, and WTCC health certificate programs, please check out the presentation from last week:WECHS Road to Associates (1).pdf  

 

WECHS H.E.A.L.S. 

The new groups have formed and are gaining momentum on an amazing path. Follow their progress here. 

 

AfterSchool Tutoring 

Peer tutoring is back in session!  Students are available to help their peers with math, science, or English/writing.  Tutoring is currently virtual Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays from 4 pm-5 pm so that you can get assistance from the comfort of your home.  Please fill out the google form so we can know how to assist you or your child best, and make sure that our tutors are available.   

 

 

WECHS PTSA needs you!

We currently have officer vacancies on the PTSA board and are looking for parents to volunteer for PTSA President and Treasurer.  Please email ptsawechs@gmail.com. 

 

No Fuss Fundraiser – Just Donate! Now at https://www.wechsptsa.org/donate/no-fuss,

 

Support the PTSA with every grocery trip.  Link your Harris Teeter VIC card to use school code 6211:  https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education.

Yearbook Information:

 

It's time to order your 2022-23 WECHS Yearbook! 

Top reasons to order now:

• Get a book with this school year's memories featured!

• Your future self will thank you!

• Price increases to $55 on Jan. 28th.

• Personalization options end on Jan. 28th

• Contact Ms. Wernersbach with questions at kwernersbach@wcpss.net. 

Here's the link to order a WECHS yearbook: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1827483/Wake-Early-Col-of-Health-and-Sci/2023-Yearbook/2022072608150634751/CATALOG_SHOP/

 

The deadline for senior/graduation ads is February 9.  Here is the link to order an ad: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1827483/-/2022072608151339051/CATALOG_SHOP/?utm_content=YBK-Comp1-CTA-Button&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Ads_Custom+-+1-3-23&utm_source=exacttarget&utm_term=All+Subscribers

 

 

 

January WCPSS High School Lunch Menu             February Lunch Menu

 

 

The PTSA Carpool link might need updating if you entered information previously. 

 PTSA at WECHS!    WECHS Spirit Wear Purchase Online 

Wake Tech Spring 2023

 

Sign up for Wake Tech Alerts 

https://www.waketech.edu/about-wake-tech/administrative-offices/campus-police/waketech-warn

 

Save the Date:  Wake Tech’s Spring 2023 Commencement will be held Saturday, May 6, at the Scott Northern Wake Campus, time TBD.

Contact Ms. Graham for questions about Wake Tech classes:

amgraham1@waketech.edu.

 

Student Services Updates:   

 

Junior Conferences started this week.  All juniors must meet with their school counselor to plan for the next step.  Parents are welcome to attend or have a meeting, too.  Please contact Mrs. Lachance (Last Name A-L) at mlachance@wcpss.net or Mr. Muse (Last Name M-Z) at jmuse@wcpss.net to schedule the meeting.

 

Our website has links to helpful resources

  

11th, 12th, and 13th graders Apply to work as the NC Governor’s Page for four days.  Read more about this opportunity and how to apply here: https://governor.nc.gov/governors-page-program.

 

NCSU offers a mentor program for girls interested in engineering in grades 9-12.  See the flyer here: GEC Mentor Program 2023 Info Packet.pdf 

 

Other Summer Opportunities.

Other summer opportunities are on the horizon. Check out this list on the CFNC website.  https://www2.cfnc.org/studentEnrichment

 

As more information comes out about summer opportunities, we will make that available. Make your summer memorable while building your resume!

 

Class of 2023

Cap and Gown Pictures will be on February 1st on the North campus.  Sign-up for a time on prestigeportraits.com.  Here is the flyer for more information:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g69ze2N0ZXRv8XBtcZ5Vgx0sz57FiyeR/view?usp=sharing

 

Graduation 2023 Parent Meeting will be held virtually on February 7 @6:30 p.m.  Here is the join code to add to your calendar. Video call link: https://meet.google.com/yzx-chuu-tcs

 

Mandatory Graduation 2023 Meeting for Students will be held in person in building auditorium on North campus on Wednesday, February 8 at 2 p.m.  

Graduation Yearbook Ads are due February 9. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1827483/Wake-Early-Col-of-Health-and-Sci/

You can also order the WECHS Cap/Gown on this site. 

 

Mark your calendars: WECHS Class of 2023 Commencement ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, May 24th, at 7 pm. Graduation practice (mandatory) is Tuesday, May 23rd, at 1:30 pm. https://www.wcpss.net/graduation

 

 

Preparation for Graduation: Students can wear either the WECHS or WTCC cap and gown to WECHS graduation. Please use this link to purchase the WECHS cap/gown and other graduation items. 

 

Class of 2023:  We can help review applications, essays, etc., for students.  Reach out to your school counselor for help. 

 

Financial Aid for College:  Reminders: FAFSA opened on October 1 for the 2023-2024 school year. The earlier you submit your FAFSA, the higher your potential is for more financial aid.   Some colleges, including UNC-Chapel Hill, require the submission of the CSS profile.  Check to see what forms your colleges require.

 

“How do I know what is needed to submit for college financial aid and scholarships?”   Check the scholarship and financial aid pages on college websites to see the deadlines and forms needed to apply for university scholarships.  If you need any help, please get in touch with your school counselor.  We can help you find what you need to know.  No question is too small.  Plus, we have a financial aid counselor who comes each Monday and can answer your questions, too!

 

Scholarships: It is not too early to apply for scholarships.  Please check out our scholarship page, many search engines, and scholarship bulletin.  

 

The SECU Scholarship application is due February 10.  See application here:  SECU People Helping People Scholarship Directions 2023.docx

 

Class of 2023 Quicklink access sheet

 

Class of 2023 Planning Guide

 

 

To join the Student Services Remind for your class, text 81010 with the corresponding message: 9th: @2022wechs, 10th: @2021wechs, 11th: @2020wechs, 12th: @19wechs, 13th: @2018wechs

 

Counselor Contact Information: (updated from last year)

Ms. Lachance (Last name A-L), mlachance@wcpss.net, 919-212-5800 ext. 26054 https://calendly.com/wechs-lachance

 

Mr. Muse (Last name M-Z), jmuse@wcpss.net, 

919-212-5800 ext. 26058

https://calendly.com/wechs-muse

Career Development Corner

 

Please join Ms. Hill’s Career Development Corner (CDC) Remind. Messages are sent regarding volunteer opportunities and various career/college events. You can also find valuable information on the CDC website.

 

Join code information: To join the CDC Remind for your class, text 81010 with the corresponding message: 9th Grade - @wec-cdc-26, 10th Grade - @wec-cdc-25, 11th Grade - @wec-cdc-24, 12th Grade - @wec-cdc-23, 13th Grade - @wec-cdc-23

 

Campbell University is offering STEM workshops this spring. The workshops are geared toward high school students interested in STEM fields such as engineering and health sciences. There is no cost to students and pizza lunch is provided.  More information can be found at their Science Education Outreach website linked HERE. 

 

On WECHS Works Wednesday this week, our 9th grade students learned valuable information regarding the WTCC Dental Hygiene program. Instructor Quinn provided a great program that kept the students engaged!  

 

Is your student interested in participating in an NCTAP apprenticeship?  It’s not too late for students to register for a facility tour. The tours will take place on 2/4/23 and 2/18/23. Please visit the NCTAP apprenticeship to find out more information and to register.  https://www.nctap.org/events 

 

Is your rising sophomore, junior, and senior interested in attending a fun, interactive, and educational camp? Cooperative Leadership Camp is a five-day overnight camp program hosted by the Cooperative Council of North Carolina. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply.

    

Wake County EMS is also offering an EMS Club. This group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.  Click here for more information and the application. This opportunity is precious and rewarding. If your student is considering applying for the Wake County WCPSS High School EMT program during their senior or super senior year, this club would be a great asset for them.

   

The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school and college-aged students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopedics and engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online mock orthopedic surgery simulations and biomechanics experiments. Click here for current opportunities.

 

Testing

 

ACT

All 11th graders will take the ACT on Tuesday, Mar 7, 2023, at 7:25 a.m.on the PHS Campus. Additional details will be emailed to students.

The ACT is a state assessment required by North Carolina law for all eligible eleventh graders. It is a curriculum- and standards-based assessment that evaluates college and career readiness in English, mathematics, reading, and science.

 

Final Exams

PHS final exams are scheduled for May 17, 18, 19, 22, and 23.

 

Wake Tech final exams are scheduled for May 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8.

 

Please do not schedule travel for these dates.

   

 

 

WECHS student-athletes participate in Athletics at Enloe High School, and the new and improved website is now live! 

 

Driver’s Education Registration Jordan Driving 

Visit www.jordandriving.com to sign up.  Click ENLOE to register online.  Currently the spring class list is full.  We will announce when the summer classes are posted.  Students are only allowed to take the class at the high school they attend or the designated location (Enloe) as determined by Jordan Driving School.   Payment is not due until the class is confirmed by the Driver’s Education teacher at Enloe, Carolyn Hunter, enloe@jordandriving.com.

Updated: WECHS WTCC Calendar combo

 

WECHS Calendar

 

Calling all travelers! You’re invited to join us on a tour of Japan in the Summer of 2024. (non-school sponsored) Interested? Follow the below links below to see the full itinerary and price, and sign yourself up! For any questions, please contact Ms. Wernersbach.  There are only five spots left!

Japan Meeting Details      Enroll now: www.eftours.com/2549511ke

 

 

Class of 2024 Senior Trip (non-school sponsored)

Class of 2024 Senior Trip to Tanzania!

The information session for this opportunity is Thursday, February 9^th at 6:30 pm on google meet. The trip is an 11-day trip to Tanzania (travel days included) planned by Explorica during spring break of 2024. It is a volunteer-based trip where students volunteer in local villages teaching children, building parks, and bringing freshwater access. At the end of the trip, there would be a traditional dinner and wildlife safari excursion. This trip allows students to become active global citizens, experience foreign cultures like never before, and have the experience of a lifetime. Below is a link with more details about the trip. 

 

Trip Website: http://www.explorica.com/Detwiler-3028

TourCenter ID: Detwiler-3028

The information session for this opportunity is Thursday, February 9^th at 6:30 pm on google meet; this is the link to join the meeting. https://meet.google.com/azr-dviz-adb

Excited for the adventure, Chloe-ann Detwiler

Principal’s Tip of the Week:

Listen. Sometimes they just want to be heard. 

Principal Cummings’ Office Hours/Coffee Chats at 8:30 on most Friday mornings. Open to all. The meet link is posted on our Google Calendar call, email, or let me know when you’d like to meet in person. Email:  lcummings@wcpss.net  Desk: 919-212-5803  Mobile (call/text):  919-341-9844 or use my online scheduler

Please take care of yourself, your friends, and your family, and contact me with any questions.

Principal Lisa Arment Cummings